A Vueling flight originating in Barcelona and destined for Lanzarote was forced to divert this Thursday, January 1st, to Fuerteventura airport due to adverse weather conditions on the "conejera" island.
According to the commander's announcement to the passengers, the decision was made for security reasons due to the wind recorded in Lanzarote, where the effects of storm Francis are already beginning to be felt. The island is on pre-alert for wind, rain, and storms.
Forecasts point to moderate to strong south and southwest winds, which have complicated landing maneuvers. At the moment, passengers remain on board the plane in Fuerteventura, awaiting improved conditions and authorization for takeoff to finally land in Lanzarote.
The airline has not yet communicated specific schedules for the resumption of the flight, which will depend on the meteorological evolution in the coming hours